Scripture texts and study tools

Reading the Bible together

Episcopal worship focuses heavily on reading, hearing, and studying the Bible. Every service usually includes a reading from each of these sources:

the Hebrew scriptures (sometimes called the ‘Old Testament’)

the Psalms

the Epistles (letters)

the Gospels

The Lectionary Page – The Revised Common Lectionary is the three year cycle that several liturgical churches use to read through the Bible during weekday and Sunday worship. Churches that use this lectionary cycle will all be reading the same texts on the same day, all over the world. It’s a way for millions of people to read the Bible together.

Often, after the readings, a clergy member or lay person preaches a sermon to explain, expound or further encourage reflection on the sections of scripture just heard.

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Learn about how the Bible was written and compiled and about the history and theology of the Church over several centuries in a small group. Several congregations in the diocese have Education for Ministry (EfM) groups, which include 6-12 people committed to in-depth study and reflection over the course of a year. The entire course covers 4 years.